1947 Austin 16 vs. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible
To start off, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 170 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | |
| Make | Austin | Austin-Healey |
| Model | 16 | Sports Convertible |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
