1960 Austin 7 vs. 1985 Ford Escort
To start off, 1985 Ford Escort is newer by 25 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ford Escort (132 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Escort weights approximately 470 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, 1985 Ford Escort (180 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1985 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1985 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
