1960 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Mazda 2
To start off, 2009 Mazda 2 is newer by 49 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda 2 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 2 weights approximately 545 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, 2009 Mazda 2 (146 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2009 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
