1961 Austin 7 vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 839 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | 7 | Compass |
Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
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 | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 224 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 | 1449 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4448 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 51 L |