1947 Austin 16 vs. 1987 Ford Sierra
To start off, 1987 Ford Sierra is newer by 40 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 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Sierra (113 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1987 Ford Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Ford Sierra (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1987 Ford Sierra | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
