1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango is newer by 48 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 4,699 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Durango weights approximately 1081 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 7 | Durango |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 102 L |
