1947 Austin 16 vs. 1966 Volvo 144
To start off, 1966 Volvo 144 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 Volvo 144 (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Volvo 144 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Volvo 144 weights approximately 10 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.
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 Volvo 144 (167 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Volvo 144 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1966 Volvo 144 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 16 | 144 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
