1948 Austin 16 vs. 1997 Ford F-150
To start off, 1997 Ford F-150 is newer by 49 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (217 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 825 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.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (393 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1997 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
