1945 Austin 16 vs. 1973 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1973 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 28 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, 1945 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 386 kg more than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1945 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Volkswagen Passat. (95 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1973 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 16 | Passat |
Year Released | 1945 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 894 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2480 mm |