1948 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 58 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | 16 | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 132 L |
