2001 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (118 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 weights approximately 590 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, 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 (146 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo 147 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 147 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| 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 | 146 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.7 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 26 L |
