1945 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2005 Nissan Sentra is newer by 60 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2005 Nissan Sentra (175 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2005 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 1945 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1945 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 16 | Sentra |
Year Released | 1945 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1767 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 | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |