1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,777 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (131 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1960 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 (187 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 1750 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1777 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 26 L |
