1961 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1999 Toyota Celica is newer by 38 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 1,792 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Celica (145 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Celica weights approximately 480 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, 1999 Toyota Celica (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1999 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Celica |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
