1946 Austin 16 vs. 1969 Isuzu Florian
To start off, 1969 Isuzu Florian is newer by 23 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, 1969 Isuzu Florian (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Isuzu Florian should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 284 kg more than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Isuzu Florian. (123 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Isuzu Florian.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1969 Isuzu Florian | |
| Make | Austin | Isuzu |
| Model | 16 | Florian |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 58 L |
