1961 Austin 7 vs. 1950 Ford Vedette
To start off, 1961 Austin 7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ford Vedette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ford Vedette would be higher. At 2,158 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Ford Vedette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Ford Vedette (66 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Ford Vedette should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ford Vedette weights approximately 515 kg more than 1961 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, 1950 Ford Vedette (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Ford Vedette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1950 Ford Vedette | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Vedette |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2158 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
