1946 Austin 16 vs. 2000 Lotus Extreme
To start off, 2000 Lotus Extreme is newer by 54 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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (120 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Extreme should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 824 kg more than 2000 Lotus Extreme.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lotus Extreme (180 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2000 Lotus Extreme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2000 Lotus Extreme | |
| Make | Austin | Lotus |
| Model | 16 | Extreme |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 700 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
