1947 Austin 16 vs. 1990 Ford Aerostar
To start off, 1990 Ford Aerostar is newer by 43 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 3,973 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Aerostar (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Aerostar should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Aerostar weights approximately 135 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, 1990 Ford Aerostar (298 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 1990 Ford Aerostar | |
Make | Austin | Ford |
Model | 16 | Aerostar |
Year Released | 1947 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3030 mm |