1948 Austin 16 vs. 2008 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2008 GMC Canyon is newer by 60 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 GMC Canyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Canyon (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Canyon weights approximately 861 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 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon 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, 2008 GMC Canyon (259 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2008 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | 16 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2141 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 72 L |
