1949 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 56 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 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (340 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 230 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.
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, 2005 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2005 Chrysler Crossfire | |
| Make | Austin | Chrysler |
| Model | 16 | Crossfire |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
