1945 Austin 16 vs. 2000 Ford Equator
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 55 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, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 1945 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2000 Ford Equator | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1787 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3260 mm |
