1947 Austin 16 vs. 1992 Skoda Rapid R
To start off, 1992 Skoda Rapid R is newer by 45 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, 1947 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (62 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 428 kg more than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Skoda Rapid R. (99 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Skoda Rapid R.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1992 Skoda Rapid R | |
| Make | Austin | Skoda |
| Model | 16 | Rapid R |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 47 L |
