1945 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Ford Escape
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape, 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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2009 Ford Escape 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 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2009 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | Escape |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
