2001 Acura EL vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 2001 Acura EL is newer by 40 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 1,666 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura EL weights approximately 570 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, 2001 Acura EL (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura EL | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Acura | Austin |
| Model | EL | 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1666 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2040 mm |
