1959 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 674 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 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 7 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 92.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
