1961 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 374 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 Yaris (122 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris 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 Yaris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Yaris |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |