1948 Austin 16 vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 65 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (268 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac ATS weights approximately 250 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, 2013 Cadillac ATS (353 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac ATS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 2013 Cadillac ATS 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. 2013 Cadillac ATS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Austin | Cadillac |
| Model | 16 | ATS |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 61 L |
