1959 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 45 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda 6 (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 420 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 | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 7 | 6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 94 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2680 mm |
