1947 Austin 16 vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1972 Fiat Dino is newer by 25 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 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat Dino weights approximately 120 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, 1972 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | 16 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2560 mm |
