1946 Austin 16 vs. 1998 Tatra T700
To start off, 1998 Tatra T700 is newer by 52 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 3,495 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Tatra T700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Tatra T700 (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Tatra T700 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Tatra T700 weights approximately 560 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Tatra T700 (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Tatra T700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1998 Tatra T700 | |
| Make | Austin | Tatra |
| Model | 16 | T700 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
