1961 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Ford Focus
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 774 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, 2004 Ford Focus (162 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2004 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| 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 | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
