1960 Austin 7 vs. 1970 Ford Zephyr
To start off, 1970 Ford Zephyr is newer by 10 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 640 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, 1970 Ford Zephyr (154 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1970 Ford Zephyr | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Zephyr |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2930 mm |
