1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 51 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 470 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, 2012 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 7 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 848 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 60 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 79 L |