1959 Austin 7 vs. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 14 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 3,686 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 795 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 | 1973 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | 7 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 104.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
