1946 Austin 16 vs. 1974 Mazda Familia
To start off, 1974 Mazda Familia is newer by 28 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, 1974 Mazda Familia (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda Familia should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 476 kg more than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda Familia. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda Familia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1974 Mazda Familia | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 16 | Familia |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1272 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 804 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2270 mm |
