1960 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2010 Ford Falcon is newer by 50 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1094 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, 2010 Ford Falcon (533 Nm) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2010 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2010 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 68 L |
