1949 Austin 16 vs. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro

To start off, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 27 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 305 kg more than 1949 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, 1976 Chevrolet Camaro (338 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.

Compare all specifications:

1949 Austin 16 1976 Chevrolet Camaro
Make Austin Chevrolet
Model 16 Camaro
Year Released 1949 1976
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2200 cc 5735 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 63 HP 143 HP
Engine RPM 3800 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 338 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1585 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4790 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1690 mm 1260 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2760 mm


 

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