1945 Austin 16 vs. 1996 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1996 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 51 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 20 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.
Because 1996 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, 1996 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, 1996 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
