1993 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 33 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 1,349 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 375 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, 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 (113 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 33 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 26 L |
