1949 Austin 16 vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo 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, 1949 Austin 16 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin 16 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2004 MCC ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2004 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | MCC |
Model | 16 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 1810 mm |