1946 Austin 16 vs. 1997 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 1997 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 51 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, 1997 Suzuki Baleno (99 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Suzuki Baleno.
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, 1997 Suzuki Baleno, 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Suzuki Baleno. (127 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1997 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 16 | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 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 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 51 L |
