1985 Audi 100 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1985 Audi 100 is newer by 25 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 2,226 cc (5 cylinders), 1985 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Audi 100 (134 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Audi 100 weights approximately 686 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, 1985 Audi 100 (186 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1985 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Audi 100 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 100 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2226 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |
