1961 Austin 7 vs. 2004 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 43 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1703 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, 2004 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2004 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 7 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 99 L |
