1945 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Fiat Linea
To start off, 2010 Fiat Linea is newer by 65 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, 2010 Fiat Linea (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Linea should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 95 kg more than 2010 Fiat Linea.
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, 2010 Fiat Linea, 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, 2010 Fiat Linea (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Linea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 2010 Fiat Linea | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | Linea |
Year Released | 1945 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 69.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |