1947 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 62 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 16 | Ram |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 98 L |
