1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2007 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (429 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 370 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Chrysler 300 (569 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 1300 has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 2007 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 1300 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 6059 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 429 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 72 L |
