1949 Austin 16 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2000 Vauxhall Astra 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 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 Vauxhall Astra.
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 Vauxhall Astra, 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
Make | Austin | Vauxhall |
Model | 16 | Astra |
Year Released | 1949 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |