1946 Austin 16 vs. 1976 Plymouth Volare
To start off, 1976 Plymouth Volare is newer by 30 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Plymouth Volare is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Plymouth Volare (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Plymouth Volare should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Plymouth Volare weights approximately 185 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, 1976 Plymouth Volare (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Plymouth Volare will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1976 Plymouth Volare | |
| Make | Austin | Plymouth |
| Model | 16 | Volare |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
