1948 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Mazda B3000
To start off, 2007 Mazda B3000 is newer by 59 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda B3000 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda B3000 (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2007 Mazda B3000 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 16 | B3000 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
