1946 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2004 Seat Toledo is newer by 58 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (99 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16.
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, 2004 Seat Toledo, 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, 2004 Seat Toledo (149 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2004 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | 16 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 34 L |