1946 Austin 16 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1996 Toyota Picnic 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 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 55 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.
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, 1996 Toyota Picnic, 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 16 | Picnic |
Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |