2007 Audi A4 vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 46 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A4 (255 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 1270 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, 2007 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A4 | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Audi | Austin |
| Model | A4 | 7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
