1945 Austin 16 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
