1946 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2012 Nissan Sentra is newer by 66 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Sentra weights approximately 140 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra, 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, 2012 Nissan Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 2012 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4575 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1511 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
