1959 Austin 7 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy (101 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1697 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 Volkswagen Caddy | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 7 | Caddy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2690 mm |