1961 Austin 7 vs. 2013 Ford Transit Connect
To start off, 2013 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 52 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (134 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 924 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, 2013 Ford Transit Connect (174 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2013 Ford Transit Connect | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 7 | Transit Connect |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1534 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4587 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2113 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2014 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2911 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 58 L |