1947 Austin 16 vs. 1978 Holden GTS
To start off, 1978 Holden GTS is newer by 31 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 4,141 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Holden GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Holden GTS (158 HP @ 4550 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Holden GTS should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Holden GTS weights approximately 195 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, 1978 Holden GTS (327 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1978 Holden GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16. 1978 Holden GTS has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Holden GTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1978 Holden GTS | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 16 | GTS |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4141 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4550 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 327 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
