1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo 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 848 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC ForTwo (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 120 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 MCC ForTwo (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Austin | MCC |
| Model | 7 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 1810 mm |
