1961 Austin 7 vs. 1976 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1976 Toyota Celica is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Celica (78 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Celica weights approximately 360 kg more than 1961 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, 1976 Toyota Celica (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1976 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Celica |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 78 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |