1948 Austin 16 vs. 2000 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2000 Dodge Viper is newer by 52 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 8,000 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (501 HP) has 438 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2000 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 16 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 8000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 501 HP |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 321 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
