1961 Austin 7 vs. 1977 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1977 Toyota Carina is newer by 16 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Carina (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Toyota Carina weights approximately 355 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, 1977 Toyota Carina (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1977 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
