1960 Austin 7 vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 53 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), 2013 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 640 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (174 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| 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 | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
