1961 Austin 7 vs. 1993 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1993 Toyota Supra is newer by 32 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Supra (320 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Supra weights approximately 506 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, 1993 Toyota Supra (598 Nm) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Supra |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 598 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1116 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
