1947 Austin 16 vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1970 Maserati Indy 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 4,719 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (288 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 262 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 Maserati Indy (400 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | Austin | Maserati |
| Model | 16 | Indy |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4719 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1542 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
