1947 Austin 16 vs. 1974 Ford Granada
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 27 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 255 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1974 Ford Granada | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | Granada |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
