1947 Austin 16 vs. 1968 Triumph GT6
To start off, 1968 Triumph GT6 is newer by 21 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, 1968 Triumph GT6 (105 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Triumph GT6 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1968 Triumph GT6.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Triumph GT6 (159 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Triumph GT6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1968 Triumph GT6 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | 16 | GT6 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
