1945 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 67 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1470 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.
Because 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2012 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16. 2012 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2012 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 2012 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3099 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
