1961 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 784 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 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | 7 | Compass |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1394 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |