1947 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Volvo V50
To start off, 2007 Volvo V50 is newer by 60 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 2,433 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volvo V50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo V50 (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo V50 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo V50 weights approximately 256 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volvo V50 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo V50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16. 2007 Volvo V50 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. 2007 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2007 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Austin | Volvo |
| Model | 16 | V50 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2433 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
