1947 Austin 16 vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1973 Volvo 145 is newer by 26 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, 1973 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 145 weights approximately 10 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, 1973 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 16 | 145 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
