1948 Austin 16 vs. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus
To start off, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Peugeot Nautilus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Peugeot Nautilus weights approximately 710 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Peugeot Nautilus (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Peugeot Nautilus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 1999 Peugeot Nautilus | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 16 | Nautilus |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2960 mm |
