1945 Austin 16 vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 36 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 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 165 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.
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, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4375 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
