1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 830 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 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 7 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |