1997 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 36 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 660 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 155 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
