1948 Austin 16 vs. 1993 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1993 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 45 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, 1993 Volkswagen Passat (74 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Because 1948 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Volkswagen Passat. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1993 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 16 | Passat |
Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |