1948 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 62 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1273 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Austin | Chevrolet |
| Model | 16 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 332 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2553 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
