1960 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Mazda 5
To start off, 2012 Mazda 5 is newer by 52 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda 5 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 5 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 5 weights approximately 875 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, 2012 Mazda 5 (191 Nm) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2012 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 7 | 5 |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 191 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1615 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 60 L |