1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1961 Austin 7
To start off, 1961 Austin 7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 AC 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 710 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, 1953 AC 2-Litre (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 AC 2-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1961 Austin 7 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | 2-Litre | 7 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 72 L |
