1961 Austin 7 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 28 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 740 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |