1945 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Ford F-150 is newer by 63 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 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4350 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 173 kg more than 2008 Ford F-150.
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, 2008 Ford F-150, 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, 2008 Ford F-150 (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
