1948 Austin 16 vs. 2003 Honda City
To start off, 2003 Honda City is newer by 55 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, 2003 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2003 Honda City.
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, 2003 Honda City, 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2003 Honda City | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 16 | City |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |