1946 Austin 16 vs. 1955 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1955 Nissan Sports is newer by 9 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1955 Nissan Sports. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1955 Nissan Sports. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1955 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Sports |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 859 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2160 mm |
