1946 Austin 16 vs. 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 43 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (180 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass, 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, 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass (218 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1989 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Austin | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 16 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 201 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 | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
