1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 44 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 1165 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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin 7 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Previa |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |