1981 Audi UR vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1981 Audi UR is newer by 21 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 2,144 cc (5 cylinders), 1981 Audi UR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Audi UR (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Audi UR should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Audi UR weights approximately 640 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, 1981 Audi UR (285 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1981 Audi UR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Audi UR | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | UR | 7 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
