1945 Austin 16 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 45 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, 1990 Fiat Tempra (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1990 Fiat Tempra, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | Tempra |
Year Released | 1945 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |