1961 Austin 7 vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is newer by 37 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 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 2240 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 108 L |
