1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 51 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 1038 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 7 | Falcon |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1648 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4967 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1868 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2838 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |