1959 Austin 7 vs. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne
To start off, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is newer by 8 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 5,319 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne weights approximately 1150 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 | 1967 Pontiac Grande Parisienne | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | 7 | Grande Parisienne |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5319 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 101.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3030 mm |
