1961 Austin 7 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 48 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Escape weights approximately 412 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 7 | Escape |
Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 62 L |