1947 Austin 16 vs. 2001 Toyota FXS
To start off, 2001 Toyota FXS is newer by 54 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 4,292 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota FXS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota FXS (188 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota FXS should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota FXS weights approximately 20 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, 2001 Toyota FXS (280 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota FXS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2001 Toyota FXS | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | FXS |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
