1946 Austin 16 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 42 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, 1988 Renault 19 (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 218 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
Because 1946 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1988 Renault 19 (161 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Renault 19 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 16 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1764 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
