1948 Austin 16 vs. 1972 Matra-Simca M530
To start off, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Matra-Simca M530 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 345 kg more than 1972 Matra-Simca M530.
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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Matra-Simca M530. (128 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Matra-Simca M530.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1972 Matra-Simca M530 | |
| Make | Austin | Matra-Simca |
| Model | 16 | M530 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2570 mm |
