1960 Austin 7 vs. 1979 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 19 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 2,292 cc, 1979 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 450 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, 1979 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1979 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1979 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2292 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 65 L |
