1946 Austin 16 vs. 2002 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2002 Toyota Previa is newer by 56 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Previa (160 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Previa weights approximately 245 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 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, 2002 Toyota Previa, 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, 2002 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2002 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | Previa |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
