1946 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express is newer by 62 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), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 942 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.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Express (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 2008 Chevrolet Express 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. 2008 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2008 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | Express |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| 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 | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2222 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
