1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 6 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 470 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, 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 1750 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1778 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
