1961 Austin 7 vs. 1989 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1989 Toyota MR2 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota MR2 (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 630 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 MR2 (305 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota MR2 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 MR2 | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | MR2 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |