1945 Austin 16 vs. 1976 Chrysler 1609
To start off, 1976 Chrysler 1609 is newer by 31 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, 1976 Chrysler 1609 (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler 1609 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chrysler 1609. (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chrysler 1609.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1976 Chrysler 1609 | |
Make | Austin | Chrysler |
Model | 16 | 1609 |
Year Released | 1945 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1639 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |