1961 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 957 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 Passat (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat 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 Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Passat |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1567 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |