1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 944 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 Tacoma (250 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3240 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |