1961 Austin 7 vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 9 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 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (68 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 1010 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 7 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2650 mm |
