1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 17 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1615 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Lagonda | 7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2040 mm |
