1949 Austin 16 vs. 2000 Mazda Familia
To start off, 2000 Mazda Familia is newer by 51 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, 2000 Mazda Familia (129 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Familia 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 2000 Mazda Familia.
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, 2000 Mazda Familia, 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mazda Familia. (141 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mazda Familia. 2000 Mazda Familia 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. 2000 Mazda Familia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2000 Mazda Familia | |
Make | Austin | Mazda |
Model | 16 | Familia |
Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |