1959 Austin 7 vs. 2000 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 41 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1241 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 | 2000 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 7 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
