1959 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Jeep Liberty
To start off, 2005 Jeep Liberty is newer by 46 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 2,425 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jeep Liberty (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1202 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 | 2005 Jeep Liberty | |
| Make | Austin | Jeep |
| Model | 7 | Liberty |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
