1959 Austin 7 vs. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice
To start off, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 25 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1110 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 | 1984 Chevrolet Caprice | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 7 | Caprice |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 5002 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 94.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2950 mm |
