1947 Austin 16 vs. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 350 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, 2003 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 SsangYong Chairman H will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2003 SsangYong Chairman H | |
| Make | Austin | SsangYong |
| Model | 16 | Chairman H |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2787 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
