1947 Austin 16 vs. 1967 Morris 1800
To start off, 1967 Morris 1800 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Morris 1800 (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1967 Morris 1800.
Because 1947 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Morris 1800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Morris 1800. (136 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Morris 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1967 Morris 1800 | |
| Make | Austin | Morris |
| Model | 16 | 1800 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
