1945 Austin 16 vs. 2002 Xedos 9
To start off, 2002 Xedos 9 is newer by 57 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Xedos 9 weights approximately 305 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2002 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Austin | Xedos |
| Model | 16 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
