1947 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Nissan NP300
To start off, 2010 Nissan NP300 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan NP300 (131 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan NP300 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16.
Because 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 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, 2010 Nissan NP300 (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan NP300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2010 Nissan NP300 | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | NP300 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2486 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
