1959 Austin 7 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, 1962 Rover P5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 1110 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 7 | P5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2820 mm |
