1961 Austin 7 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 5 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 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 1165 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, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | 7 | Comet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 6393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 267 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 546 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |