1960 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 39 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 3,934 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (249 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1100 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (361 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Austin | Lincoln |
| Model | 7 | LS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3934 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
