1946 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 61 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (196 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
Model | 16 | Silverado |
Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 6030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3890 mm |