1946 Austin 16 vs. 1997 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen Golf 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 Volkswagen Golf (69 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volkswagen Golf. (126 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1997 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 16 | Golf |
Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1894 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |