1961 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 425 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 7 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
