1959 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2010 Ford Fiesta is newer by 51 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 1,242 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 356 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.
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1959 Austin 7 | 2010 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 7 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 71.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 76.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2500 mm |