1948 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Liana 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 Suzuki Liana (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Liana.
Because 1948 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Liana, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Liana (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Liana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2008 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | Austin | Suzuki |
Model | 16 | Liana |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |