1947 Austin 16 vs. 1967 Austin 3-Litre
To start off, 1967 Austin 3-Litre is newer by 20 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 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 244 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, 1967 Austin 3-Litre (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1967 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1967 Austin 3-Litre | |
| Make | Austin | Austin |
| Model | 16 | 3-Litre |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 65 L |
