1946 Austin 16 vs. 1954 Austin A 90
To start off, 1954 Austin A 90 is newer by 8 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 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 110 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, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1954 Austin A 90 | |
Make | Austin | Austin |
Model | 16 | A 90 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2660 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |