1960 Austin 7 vs. 1961 Morris Minor
To start off, 1961 Morris Minor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 946 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Morris Minor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Morris Minor (36 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Morris Minor should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Morris Minor weights approximately 180 kg more than 1960 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, 1961 Morris Minor (68 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1961 Morris Minor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1961 Morris Minor | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | 7 | Minor |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 36 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
