1948 Austin 16 vs. 1999 Fiat Barchetta
To start off, 1999 Fiat Barchetta is newer by 51 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Fiat Barchetta should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Fiat Barchetta.
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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta, 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, 1999 Fiat Barchetta (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Barchetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1999 Fiat Barchetta | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | Barchetta |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2280 mm |