1946 Austin 16 vs. 1961 Cadillac 62
To start off, 1961 Cadillac 62 is newer by 15 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 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 790 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 436 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1961 Cadillac 62 | |
Make | Austin | Cadillac |
Model | 16 | 62 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 6390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 582 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 98.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |