1949 Austin 16 vs. 1992 Opel Calibra
To start off, 1992 Opel Calibra is newer by 43 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, 1992 Opel Calibra (115 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Opel Calibra should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1992 Opel Calibra.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Opel Calibra (173 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Opel Calibra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1992 Opel Calibra | |
| Make | Austin | Opel |
| Model | 16 | Calibra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
