1946 Austin 16 vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 65 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2011 Nissan Cube.
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, 2011 Nissan Cube, 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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Cube |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
