1945 Austin 16 vs. 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 305 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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, 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+, 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+. (117 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2001 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 16 | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
