1946 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Honda Element
To start off, 2009 Honda Element 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Element (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16.
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 Honda Element, 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, 2009 Honda Element (161 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2009 Honda Element | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 16 | Element |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
