1949 Austin 16 vs. 1997 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1997 Holden Statesman is newer by 48 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Holden Statesman (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Holden Statesman weights approximately 240 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.
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, 1997 Holden Statesman (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 1997 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1997 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | Austin | Holden |
| Model | 16 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
