1959 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Porsche 993
To start off, 1998 Porsche 993 is newer by 39 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 993 (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 993 weights approximately 890 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 | 1998 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | Austin | Porsche |
| Model | 7 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2280 mm |
