1949 Austin 16 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 54 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, 2003 Seat Altea (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 135 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, 2003 Seat Altea, 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, 2003 Seat Altea (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 2003 Seat Altea 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. 2003 Seat Altea will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Austin | Seat |
Model | 16 | Altea |
Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92.8 mm |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |