1961 Austin 7 vs. 1972 Mazda Luce
To start off, 1972 Mazda Luce 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mazda Luce is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mazda Luce (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mazda Luce should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mazda Luce weights approximately 440 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 Mazda Luce (118 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Mazda Luce will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1972 Mazda Luce | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | Luce |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
