1946 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Mazda B2300
To start off, 2008 Mazda B2300 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 2,266 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda B2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda B2300 (144 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda B2300 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, 2008 Mazda B2300 (209 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda B2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2008 Mazda B2300 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 16 | B2300 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2266 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |