1961 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 45 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (132 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 1380 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (280 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Austin | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 7 | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
