1948 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 142 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 16 | RX-8 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |