1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1445 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2009 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | 7 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 74 L |
