1960 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 45 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 1,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Echo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Echo (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Echo should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Echo weights approximately 322 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, 2005 Toyota Echo (143 Nm) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Echo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Echo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
