1949 Austin 16 vs. 1997 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1997 Honda Prelude 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Honda Prelude (195 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Prelude weights approximately 101 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 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, 1997 Honda Prelude, 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, 1997 Honda Prelude (211 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1997 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Austin | Honda |
| Model | 16 | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.7 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1381 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
