1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is newer by 44 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (102 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 755 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 7 | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |
