1949 Austin 16 vs. 2002 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2002 Kia Sportage is newer by 53 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (126 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Kia Sportage weights approximately 178 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 2002 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Kia Sportage (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2002 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Austin | Kia |
| Model | 16 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2660 mm |
