1945 Austin 16 vs. 1996 Toyota Venture
To start off, 1996 Toyota Venture 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 Venture (87 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Venture should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Venture weights approximately 60 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 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, 1996 Toyota Venture, 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Venture. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1996 Toyota Venture | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 16 | Venture |
Year Released | 1945 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1812 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |