1945 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 478 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 2005 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Tacoma (248 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2688 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 79 L |
