1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Mazda Demio
To start off, 2005 Mazda Demio is newer by 44 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 1,323 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda Demio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Demio (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Demio should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Demio weights approximately 350 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, 2005 Mazda Demio (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Demio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Mazda Demio | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | Demio |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2400 mm |
