1945 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 64 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 6,059 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Charger weights approximately 680 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2009 Dodge Charger 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. 2009 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2009 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | 16 | Charger |
Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6059 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 425 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 570 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |