1949 Austin 16 vs. 1980 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1980 Toyota Corsa is newer by 31 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, 1980 Toyota Corsa (68 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Corsa should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1980 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |
