1961 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Kia Joice
To start off, 1997 Kia Joice is newer by 36 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 1,977 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Kia Joice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Kia Joice (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Kia Joice should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Kia Joice weights approximately 775 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, 1997 Kia Joice (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Kia Joice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1997 Kia Joice | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 7 | Joice |
Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 188 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |