1960 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 44 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 960 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | 7 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 72 L |
