1961 Austin 7 vs. 1963 Ford Cortina
To start off, 1963 Ford Cortina is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Cortina (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Cortina weights approximately 230 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, 1963 Ford Cortina (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1963 Ford Cortina | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Cortina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1558 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
