1949 Austin 16 vs. 1985 Dodge Conquest
To start off, 1985 Dodge Conquest is newer by 36 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 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Conquest (143 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Conquest should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16.
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, 1985 Dodge Conquest (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1985 Dodge Conquest | |
Make | Austin | Dodge |
Model | 16 | Conquest |
Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2555 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |