1945 Austin 16 vs. 1994 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1994 Ford Aerostar is newer by 49 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Aerostar (133 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 235 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, 1994 Ford Aerostar (217 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1994 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 16 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1945 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2978 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |