1946 Austin 16 vs. 1991 Rover 400
To start off, 1991 Rover 400 is newer by 45 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, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1991 Rover 400.
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, 1991 Rover 400, 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1991 Rover 400 | |
Make | Austin | Rover |
Model | 16 | 400 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |