1959 Austin 7 vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 36 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 2,475 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 944 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 | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | 7 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2475 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2700 mm |
