1961 Austin 7 vs. 2011 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2011 Ford Falcon is newer by 50 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1094 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, 2011 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2011 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4955 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
