1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Kia Rio
To start off, 2012 Kia Rio is newer by 51 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 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Rio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Rio (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Rio weights approximately 516 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, 2012 Kia Rio (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Rio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2012 Kia Rio | |
Make | Austin | Kia |
Model | 7 | Rio |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1126 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4046 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1455 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 43 L |