1947 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Accent 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Accent (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Because 1947 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1947 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Accent, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2010 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | 16 | Accent |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
