1948 Austin 16 vs. 1975 Holden Torana
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 27 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, 1975 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 164 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana.
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, 1975 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 1975 Holden Torana has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Holden Torana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1975 Holden Torana | |
Make | Austin | Holden |
Model | 16 | Torana |
Year Released | 1948 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1116 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |