1960 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Ford Escort
To start off, 1995 Ford Escort is newer by 35 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Escort (70 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Escort weights approximately 525 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, 1995 Ford Escort (133 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1995 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 | 1995 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
