1946 Austin 16 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 250 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 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 16 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 232 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
