1961 Austin 7 vs. 1984 Ford Orion
To start off, 1984 Ford Orion is newer by 23 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Orion weights approximately 340 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, 1984 Ford Orion (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1984 Ford Orion | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Orion |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
