1996 Audi A8 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1996 Audi A8 is newer by 35 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Audi A8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Audi A8 weights approximately 1110 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, 1996 Audi A8 (400 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Audi A8 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A8 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 72 L |
