1959 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Echo (84 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Echo weights approximately 315 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 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2380 mm |
