1946 Austin 16 vs. 1999 Alfa Romeo 156
To start off, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 is newer by 53 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1999 Alfa Romeo 156.
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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156, 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, 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1999 Alfa Romeo 156 | |
| Make | Austin | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 16 | 156 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
