1949 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Lancia Phedra
To start off, 2004 Lancia Phedra is newer by 55 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Phedra should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Phedra weights approximately 493 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra, 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, 2004 Lancia Phedra (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Phedra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2004 Lancia Phedra | |
| Make | Austin | Lancia |
| Model | 16 | Phedra |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1773 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
