1947 Austin 16 vs. 1985 Mazda 323
To start off, 1985 Mazda 323 is newer by 38 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, 1985 Mazda 323 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1985 Mazda 323.
Because 1947 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mazda 323. (137 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1985 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 16 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
