1961 Austin 7 vs. 2013 Volvo C30
To start off, 2013 Volvo C30 is newer by 52 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volvo C30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo C30 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C30 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C30 weights approximately 847 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, 2013 Volvo C30 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo C30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2013 Volvo C30 | |
Make | Austin | Volvo |
Model | 7 | C30 |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1457 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4266 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2039 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1447 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |