1946 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 63 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 74 kg more than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
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, 2006 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2006 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | 16 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
