1946 Austin 16 vs. 1968 Cadillac Calais
To start off, 1968 Cadillac Calais is newer by 22 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 7,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Cadillac Calais is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Cadillac Calais (228 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Cadillac Calais should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Cadillac Calais weights approximately 825 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Cadillac Calais (711 Nm) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1968 Cadillac Calais will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1968 Cadillac Calais | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 16 | Calais |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 7734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
