1947 Austin 16 vs. 2003 TVR Griffith
To start off, 2003 TVR Griffith 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 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 TVR Griffith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 TVR Griffith (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 TVR Griffith should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 TVR Griffith.
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 TVR Griffith (484 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 TVR Griffith will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2003 TVR Griffith | |
| Make | Austin | TVR |
| Model | 16 | Griffith |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 484 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2290 mm |
