1960 Austin 7 vs. 2002 Mazda Spiano
To start off, 2002 Mazda Spiano is newer by 42 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda Spiano (52 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda Spiano should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda Spiano weights approximately 170 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, 2002 Mazda Spiano (63 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2002 Mazda Spiano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2002 Mazda Spiano | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | Spiano |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2370 mm |
