1960 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2006 Toyota Aygo is newer by 46 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 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Aygo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (53 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 280 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, 2006 Toyota Aygo (132 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Aygo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 35 L |
