1961 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1660 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 T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
