1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Renault Scenic
To start off, 2012 Renault Scenic 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Scenic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Scenic should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Scenic weights approximately 605 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 Renault Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Scenic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2012 Renault Scenic | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 7 | Scenic |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
