1945 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2004 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 59 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 2,688 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 923 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, 2004 Dodge Sprinter (330 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2004 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 16 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2203 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
