1947 Austin 16 vs. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire, 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, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | 16 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
