1961 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1999 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 310 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, 1999 Ford Fiesta (174 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1999 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
