1959 Austin 7 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 18 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 385 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 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
