1961 Austin 7 vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1972 Jaguar E Type 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar E Type (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 920 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 Jaguar E Type (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar E Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | E Type |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 81 L |
