1961 Austin 7 vs. 2008 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 47 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (153 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 872 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2008 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1482 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |
