1961 Austin 7 vs. 2003 Mazda 6
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 42 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (164 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 805 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1415 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 | 64 L |
