2000 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is newer by 40 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV weights approximately 740 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV (187 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Alfa Romeo GTV | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | GTV | 7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 26 L |
