1946 Austin 16 vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 50 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, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 16 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
