1946 Austin 16 vs. 1952 Austin A

To start off, 1952 Austin A is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Austin A (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 695 kg more than 1946 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, 1952 Austin A (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.

Compare all specifications:

1946 Austin 16 1952 Austin A
Make Austin Austin
Model 16 A
Year Released 1946 1952
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2200 cc 3992 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 124 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 146 Nm 288 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79.4 mm 87.3 mm
Engine Stroke Size 111.1 mm 111.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1975 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4880 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 34 L


 

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