1988 Audi 80 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1988 Audi 80 is newer by 28 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Audi 80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi 80 (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi 80 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi 80 weights approximately 410 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, 1988 Audi 80 (120 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1988 Audi 80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi 80 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | 80 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
