1947 Austin 16 vs. 2003 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 2003 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 56 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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lancia Fulvia should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2003 Lancia Fulvia.
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, 2003 Lancia Fulvia (315 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2003 Lancia Fulvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2003 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 16 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 213 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
