1946 Austin 16 vs. 1954 Studebaker President State
To start off, 1954 Studebaker President State 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 4,243 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Studebaker President State is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Studebaker President State (173 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Studebaker President State should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Studebaker President State weights approximately 270 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 Studebaker President State (353 Nm) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1954 Studebaker President State will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1954 Studebaker President State | |
| Make | Austin | Studebaker |
| Model | 16 | President State |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4243 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
