1947 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Dodge Nitro
To start off, 2010 Dodge Nitro is newer by 63 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), 2010 Dodge Nitro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Dodge Nitro (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dodge Nitro should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Dodge Nitro weights approximately 523 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, 2010 Dodge Nitro (318 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Dodge Nitro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16. 2010 Dodge Nitro 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. 2010 Dodge Nitro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2010 Dodge Nitro | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 16 | Nitro |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| 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 | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1803 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4544 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1857 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2764 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 74 L |
