2001 Audi A6 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 2001 Audi A6 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 2,671 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Audi A6 weights approximately 1110 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 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A6 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A6 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2671 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
