1949 Austin 16 vs. 1979 Talbot 1510
To start off, 1979 Talbot 1510 is newer by 30 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, 1979 Talbot 1510 (87 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1979 Talbot 1510.
Because 1949 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Talbot 1510, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Talbot 1510. (136 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Talbot 1510. 1979 Talbot 1510 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Talbot 1510 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1979 Talbot 1510 | |
| Make | Austin | Talbot |
| Model | 16 | 1510 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
