1959 Austin 7 vs. 2007 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2007 Kia Cee'd 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 653 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 Kia Cee'd | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 7 | Cee'd |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1263 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2660 mm |
