1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 29 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), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1390 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Austin |
| Model | Virage | 7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
