1949 Austin 16 vs. 1998 Dodge Viper
To start off, 1998 Dodge Viper is newer by 49 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 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 387 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 223 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 517 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 1998 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | Austin | Dodge |
| Model | 16 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 8001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 450 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 664 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1057 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
