1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 15 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 1,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 370 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | Spider | 7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 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 |
