1947 Austin 16 vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 1969 Fiat 130 is newer by 22 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 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 320 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 16 | 130 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 102.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
