1947 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2010 Mazda RX-8 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 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 110 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 Mazda RX-8 (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2010 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 16 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
