1946 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Tesla Roadster
To start off, 2009 Tesla Roadster 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Tesla Roadster (288 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tesla Roadster should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2009 Tesla Roadster.
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, 2009 Tesla Roadster (370 Nm) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2009 Tesla Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2009 Tesla Roadster | |
Make | Austin | Tesla |
Model | 16 | Roadster |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 288 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 370 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1235 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3947 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1128 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2352 mm |