1959 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Mazda 626
To start off, 1999 Mazda 626 is newer by 40 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda 626 (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda 626 weights approximately 630 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 | 1999 Mazda 626 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | 626 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
