1946 Austin 16 vs. 1960 Austin 7
To start off, 1960 Austin 7 is newer by 14 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 30 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 670 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. 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) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1960 Austin 7 | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 16 | 7 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 848 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 62.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 68.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 26 L |
