1946 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 63 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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Fiorino should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
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, 2009 Fiat Fiorino, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2009 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |