1959 Austin 7 vs. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am
To start off, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is newer by 30 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Pontiac Grand Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Am should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Pontiac Grand Am weights approximately 625 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 | 1989 Pontiac Grand Am | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | 7 | Grand Am |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
