1947 Austin 16 vs. 1995 Nissan Serena
To start off, 1995 Nissan Serena is newer by 48 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, 1995 Nissan Serena (97 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Serena should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Serena weights approximately 105 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Serena. (131 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Serena.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin 16 | 1995 Nissan Serena | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 16 | Serena |
Year Released | 1947 | 1995 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2740 mm |