1946 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2010 Fiat Croma is newer by 64 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2010 Fiat Croma.
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, 2010 Fiat Croma, 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, 2010 Fiat Croma (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2010 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | Croma |
Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |