1961 Austin 7 vs. 2001 Mazda MPV
To start off, 2001 Mazda MPV is newer by 40 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mazda MPV (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda MPV weights approximately 990 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, 2001 Mazda MPV (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2001 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | MPV |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2850 mm |
