2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 43 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 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 890 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 8C Competizione | 7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.8 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 26 L |
