1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2008 Nissan Armada is newer by 47 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 5,550 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Armada weights approximately 380 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, 2008 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 462 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2008 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 7 | Armada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5550 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
