1946 Austin 16 vs. 1971 Holden Monaro
To start off, 1971 Holden Monaro is newer by 25 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Monaro (271 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Monaro weights approximately 110 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, 1971 Holden Monaro (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1971 Holden Monaro | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 16 | Monaro |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
