1946 Austin 16 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 522 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Murano, 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 Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano 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 Murano | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Murano |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1882 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
