1946 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2012 Renault Duster.
Because 2012 Renault Duster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster will offer significantly more control. 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 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | 16 | Duster |
Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2673 mm |