1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 900 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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Mitsubishi Verada | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 7 | Verada |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
