1948 Austin 16 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 46 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | Punto |
Year Released | 1948 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1372 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 136 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 67.4 mm |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |