1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Ford Focus
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 686 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 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2009 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Focus |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1296 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
