1960 Austin 7 vs. 1981 Ford Granada
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 21 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (68 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 760 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, 1981 Ford Granada (148 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1981 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
