1961 Austin 7 vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar 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 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 700 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 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | 7 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |