1945 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan NP300 (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 250 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 Nissan NP300 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2009 Nissan NP300 | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 16 | NP300 |
Year Released | 1945 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |