1945 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Auris is newer by 62 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Auris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Auris (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Auris should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Auris weights approximately 230 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, 2007 Toyota Auris, 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, 2007 Toyota Auris (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Auris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2007 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 16 | Auris |
Year Released | 1945 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |