1961 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 39 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 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2660 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2000 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 7 | Excursion |
Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 7274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 3270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2030 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3490 mm |