1960 Austin 7 vs. 2000 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2000 Toyota Soarer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Soarer (276 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Toyota Soarer (431 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2000 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin 7 | 2000 Toyota Soarer | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Soarer |
Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 431 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |