1960 Austin 7 vs. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 27 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1090 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, 1987 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1987 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1987 Ford Crown Victoria | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Crown Victoria |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 367 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
