1947 Austin 16 vs. 1996 Citroen Saxo
To start off, 1996 Citroen Saxo is newer by 49 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, 1996 Citroen Saxo (118 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Because 1947 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Saxo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Saxo. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Saxo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1996 Citroen Saxo | |
| Make | Austin | Citroen |
| Model | 16 | Saxo |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2390 mm |
