1960 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Lexus CT
To start off, 2012 Lexus CT is newer by 52 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus CT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus CT (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus CT should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus CT weights approximately 817 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, 2012 Lexus CT (192 Nm) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2012 Lexus CT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2012 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Austin | Lexus |
| Model | 7 | CT |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
