1961 Austin 7 vs. 1971 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1971 Ford Mustang is newer by 10 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 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1005 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, 1971 Ford Mustang (503 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1971 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5752 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 503 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
