1961 Austin 7 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 is newer by 13 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mazda 929 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mazda 929 weights approximately 485 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, 1974 Mazda 929 (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Mazda 929 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
