1961 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen CC 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen CC (138 HP @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 940 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Volkswagen CC (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2011 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | CC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2708 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
