1948 Austin 16 vs. 1974 Chevrolet Nova
To start off, 1974 Chevrolet Nova is newer by 26 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 210 kg more than 1948 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, 1974 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1974 Chevrolet Nova | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | Nova |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
