1961 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2011 Nissan NP300 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2011 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
