1947 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2008 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 61 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, 2008 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2008 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Daihatsu Terios will offer significantly more control. 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Daihatsu Terios. (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2008 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Austin | Daihatsu |
| Model | 16 | Terios |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 149 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
