1960 Austin 7 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1969 Mercury Marauder is newer by 9 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 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1385 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | 7 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 85 L |
