1948 Austin 16 vs. 1974 Triumph Dolomite
To start off, 1974 Triumph Dolomite 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Triumph Dolomite (96 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Triumph Dolomite should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 332 kg more than 1974 Triumph Dolomite.
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 Triumph Dolomite (150 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1974 Triumph Dolomite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1974 Triumph Dolomite | |
| Make | Austin | Triumph |
| Model | 16 | Dolomite |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1854 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
