1949 Austin 16 vs. 1995 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 46 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (116 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Because 1949 Austin 16 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (154 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 1995 Fiat Brava | |
Make | Austin | Fiat |
Model | 16 | Brava |
Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1745 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |