1961 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Ford E-250
To start off, 2007 Ford E-250 is newer by 46 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2007 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
