1990 Audi V8 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1990 Audi V8 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 3,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Audi V8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Audi V8 (247 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Audi V8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Audi V8 weights approximately 1180 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 Audi V8 (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Audi V8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Audi V8 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
Make | Audi | Austin |
Model | V8 | 7 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3562 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 33 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 340 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |