1949 Austin 16 vs. 1968 Isuzu 117
To start off, 1968 Isuzu 117 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Isuzu 117 (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Isuzu 117 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Isuzu 117.
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, 1968 Isuzu 117 (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Isuzu 117 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1968 Isuzu 117 | |
Make | Austin | Isuzu |
Model | 16 | 117 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |