1960 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Mazda 3
To start off, 2011 Mazda 3 is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 3 (167 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 3 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda 3 weights approximately 773 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, 2011 Mazda 3 (228 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2011 Mazda 3 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 7 | 3 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 228 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1383 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4506 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1755 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2639 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |