1961 Austin 7 vs. 1987 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1987 Toyota Crown is newer by 26 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Crown (190 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Crown should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Crown weights approximately 470 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, 1987 Toyota Crown (255 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1987 Toyota Crown | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Crown |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |