1959 Austin 7 vs. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is newer by 22 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 1,715 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit (72 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit weights approximately 235 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 | 1981 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1715 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
