1959 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 48 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 1380 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 | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 7 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 99 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |
