1959 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin 7 | 2010 Ford Ka | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 7 | Ka |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 74.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
