1947 Austin 16 vs. 1958 Holden FE
To start off, 1958 Holden FE 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Holden FE. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1958 Holden FE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1958 Holden FE. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Holden FE (150 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Holden FE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1958 Holden FE | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 16 | FE |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
