1999 Alfa Romeo 146 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 38 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 550 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Alfa Romeo 146 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 146 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 72 L |
