1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Ford Edge
To start off, 2010 Ford Edge 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Edge (255 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Edge weights approximately 1841 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 Edge (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Edge 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 Edge | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Edge |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 474 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2451 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5504 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3505 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
