1947 Austin 16 vs. 1969 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1969 Triumph 2000 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Triumph 2000 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Triumph 2000 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1969 Triumph 2000.
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, 1969 Triumph 2000 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Triumph 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1969 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | 16 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 74.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
