1960 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Ford Probe
To start off, 1995 Ford Probe 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Probe (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Probe weights approximately 620 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 Probe (172 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Probe 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 Probe | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 7 | Probe |
Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 172 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |