1949 Austin 16 vs. 1985 Holden Drover
To start off, 1985 Holden Drover 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 63 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1985 Holden Drover.
Because 1985 Holden Drover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Holden Drover will offer significantly more control. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Holden Drover. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Holden Drover.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1985 Holden Drover | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 16 | Drover |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2040 mm |
