1948 Austin 16 vs. 2003 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2003 Toyota Caldina 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 Toyota Caldina (130 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Toyota Caldina.
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 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2003 Toyota Caldina (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 2003 Toyota Caldina has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Caldina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2003 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 16 | Caldina |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |