1947 Austin 16 vs. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro
To start off, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is newer by 46 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 4,943 cc, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (742 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 679 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro weights approximately 370 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, 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro (900 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 754 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1993 Lotec Testa de Oro | |
| Make | Austin | Lotec |
| Model | 16 | Testa de Oro |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4943 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 742 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 900 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 347 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1650 kg |
