1961 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Familia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Familia (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Familia weights approximately 670 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 Mazda Familia (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Familia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
