1997 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1997 Audi A6 is newer by 37 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Audi A6 (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Audi A6 weights approximately 870 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, 1997 Audi A6 (310 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1997 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Audi A6 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
