1948 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 61 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, 2009 Fiat 500 (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin 16 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500.
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, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 1948 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1948 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500. 2009 Fiat 500 has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Fiat 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2009 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | 500 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 35 L |