1946 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 2006 Nissan Patrol is newer by 60 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 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Patrol (156 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 995 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 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol 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, 2006 Nissan Patrol (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2006 Nissan Patrol | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 16 | Patrol |
Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 323 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |