1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1380 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 685 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1961 Austin 7 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
Model | V8 Vantage | 7 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |