1947 Austin 16 vs. 1974 Mazda 929
To start off, 1974 Mazda 929 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1974 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1974 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 16 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
