1961 Austin 7 vs. 1996 Mazda 626
To start off, 1996 Mazda 626 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda 626 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda 626 weights approximately 530 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 Mazda 626 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1996 Mazda 626 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 7 | 626 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1840 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |