1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 51 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Citroen C3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Citroen C3 (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Citroen C3 weights approximately 448 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, 2012 Citroen C3 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Austin | Citroen |
Model | 7 | C3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |