1961 Austin 7 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 41 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 875 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, 2002 Mazda 6 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1999 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 | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
