1946 Austin 16 vs. 1964 Holden EH
To start off, 1964 Holden EH is newer by 18 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 2,928 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Holden EH is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Holden EH (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Holden EH should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1964 Holden EH.
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, 1964 Holden EH (237 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Holden EH will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1964 Holden EH | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 16 | EH |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2928 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
