1961 Austin 7 vs. 1989 Ford Escort
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 28 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 1,700 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Escort (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Ford Escort (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 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 | 1989 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
