1959 Austin 7 vs. 1968 Ford 17
To start off, 1968 Ford 17 is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford 17 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford 17 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 510 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 | 1968 Ford 17 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | 17 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 60.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
