1947 Austin 16 vs. 1970 Buick Skylark
To start off, 1970 Buick Skylark is newer by 23 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 5,723 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (155 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 590 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1970 Buick Skylark | |
| Make | Austin | Buick |
| Model | 16 | Skylark |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5723 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2950 mm |
