1959 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 47 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 1,793 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 820 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1793 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2760 mm |
