1949 Austin 16 vs. 1983 Mazda 323
To start off, 1983 Mazda 323 is newer by 34 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, 1949 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1983 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1983 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Austin | Mazda |
| Model | 16 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1071 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2370 mm |
