1959 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1619 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 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2229 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |
