1947 Austin 16 vs. 1995 Rover 200
To start off, 1995 Rover 200 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 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1995 Rover 200.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 Rover 200 (233 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1995 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Rover |
| Model | 16 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
