1945 Austin 16 vs. 1984 Austin Ambassador
To start off, 1984 Austin Ambassador is newer by 39 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, 1984 Austin Ambassador (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
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, 1984 Austin Ambassador, 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 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Ambassador. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Ambassador.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1984 Austin Ambassador | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 16 | Ambassador |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
