1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 685 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 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 7 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
