1947 Austin 16 vs. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco
To start off, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is newer by 32 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 2,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lamborghini Urraco is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (261 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lamborghini Urraco weights approximately 20 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, 1979 Lamborghini Urraco (275 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1979 Lamborghini Urraco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1979 Lamborghini Urraco | |
| Make | Austin | Lamborghini |
| Model | 16 | Urraco |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 275 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 64.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 255 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
