1946 Austin 16 vs. 2003 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2003 Fiat Stilo is newer by 57 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, 2003 Fiat Stilo (71 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
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, 2003 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Stilo. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2003 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | Stilo |
Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |