1961 Austin 7 vs. 1987 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1987 Toyota Supra 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 2,952 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Toyota Supra weights approximately 947 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 Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Toyota Supra 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 Supra | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Supra |
Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 259 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |