1961 Austin 7 vs. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 21 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 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1070 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, 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1982 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | 7 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
