1948 Austin 16 vs. 1998 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1998 Toyota Starlet is newer by 50 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, 1998 Toyota Starlet (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Starlet should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
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, 1998 Toyota Starlet, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Starlet. (101 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1998 Toyota Starlet | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 16 | Starlet |
Year Released | 1948 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1332 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
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 | 750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |