1947 Austin 16 vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 51 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 620 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
