2005 Alfa Romeo 156 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 44 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (238 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 weights approximately 878 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, 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Alfa Romeo 156 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin |
| Model | 156 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
