1946 Austin 16 vs. 1974 MG MGB
To start off, 1974 MG MGB 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 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 MG MGB.
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, 1974 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1974 MG MGB | |
Make | Austin | MG |
Model | 16 | MGB |
Year Released | 1946 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2320 mm |