1960 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2008 Mercury Milan is newer by 48 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1222 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, 2008 Mercury Milan (213 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2008 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2008 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | 7 | Milan |
Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 213 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 66 L |