1945 Austin 16 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 66 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2011 Infiniti FX 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. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Austin | Infiniti |
| Model | 16 | FX |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
