1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 35 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (114 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1244 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, 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1996 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | 7 | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1854 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1710 mm |
