1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Getz 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Getz (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 708 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 Hyundai Getz (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2012 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | 7 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
