1946 Austin 16 vs. 2003 MG XPower
To start off, 2003 MG XPower 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 MG XPower is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MG XPower (318 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 MG XPower should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG XPower weights approximately 260 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.
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, 2003 MG XPower (410 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 MG XPower will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2003 MG XPower | |
| Make | Austin | MG |
| Model | 16 | XPower |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
