1947 Austin 16 vs. 1982 Nissan Patrol
To start off, 1982 Nissan Patrol is newer by 35 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 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 795 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.
Because 1982 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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, 1982 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1982 Nissan Patrol | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Patrol |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2980 mm |
