1945 Austin 16 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy
To start off, 2003 Mazda Premacy is newer by 58 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda Premacy should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 30 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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, 2003 Mazda Premacy (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2003 Mazda Premacy | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 16 | Premacy |
Year Released | 1945 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |