1961 Austin 7 vs. 1997 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Ford Escort is newer by 36 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 1,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Escort weights approximately 520 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, 1997 Ford Escort (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 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 | 1997 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Escort |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
