1945 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2006 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 61 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2006 Suzuki Jimny (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Jimny will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2006 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | 16 | Jimny |
Year Released | 1945 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |