1948 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 655 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 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 2009 Toyota Sienna 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 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
