1945 Austin 16 vs. 1967 Bizzarrini GT
To start off, 1967 Bizzarrini GT is newer by 22 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (108 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Bizzarrini GT should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1967 Bizzarrini GT.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1967 Bizzarrini GT (157 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Bizzarrini GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1967 Bizzarrini GT | |
Make | Austin | Bizzarrini |
Model | 16 | GT |
Year Released | 1945 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |