1960 Austin 7 vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 745 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 Tacoma (244 Nm) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 244 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 79 L |