1945 Austin 16 vs. 1958 Chrysler Imperial
To start off, 1958 Chrysler Imperial is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1945 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1958 Chrysler Imperial | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 16 | Imperial |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5802 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3800 mm |
