1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 49 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 940 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2788 mm |
