1961 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Volvo C30
To start off, 2011 Volvo C30 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volvo C30 (227 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volvo C30 weights approximately 841 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 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2011 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | 7 | C30 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4265 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |