1947 Austin 16 vs. 1947 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, both 1947 Austin 16 and 1947 Chrysler Town & Country were released in the same year (1947). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,302 cc (8 cylinders), 1947 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 688 kg more than 1947 Austin 16.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1947 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 16 | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5302 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1968 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3250 mm |
