1947 Austin 16 vs. 1966 Ferrari Dino
To start off, 1966 Ferrari Dino is newer by 19 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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (177 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ferrari Dino should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1966 Ferrari Dino.
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, 1966 Ferrari Dino (188 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 1966 Ferrari Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1966 Ferrari Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Ferrari |
| Model | 16 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 57 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
