1948 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 418 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.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Austin | Honda |
Model | 16 | CR-V |
Year Released | 1948 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 16.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1698 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |