1946 Austin 16 vs. 2005 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 59 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 496 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 2005 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 2005 SsangYong Actyon has automatic transmission and 1946 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1946 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Actyon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2005 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 16 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1776 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
