1961 Austin 7 vs. 1976 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1976 Toyota Mark II 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Mark II (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Mark II should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 585 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 Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Mark II 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 Mark II | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Mark II |
Year Released | 1961 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2590 mm |