1949 Austin 16 vs. 1989 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1989 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 40 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 70 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1989 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1989 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
