1960 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 47 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 818 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (320 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1428 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 53 L |
