1945 Austin 16 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 56 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 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (187 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 132 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3801 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1412 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
