1961 Austin 7 vs. 1972 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 1972 Ford Fairlane is newer by 11 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 840 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, 1972 Ford Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1972 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4097 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 326 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
