1961 Austin 7 vs. 1980 Ford Escort
To start off, 1980 Ford Escort is newer by 19 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Escort (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Escort weights approximately 255 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, 1980 Ford Escort (126 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1980 Ford Escort | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 7 | Escort |
Year Released | 1961 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |