1959 Austin 7 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 34 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volkswagen Golf (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 580 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 | 1993 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
