1945 Austin 16 vs. 1994 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1994 Toyota RAV4 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Toyota RAV4 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1994 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (175 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1994 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
