1946 Austin 16 vs. 1999 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 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 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 190 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 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will offer significantly more control. 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 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | S-10 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
