1945 Austin 16 vs. 1977 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 1977 Nissan Skyline is newer by 32 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 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Nissan Skyline (109 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1977 Nissan Skyline.
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, 1977 Nissan Skyline (179 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1977 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
