1949 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 57 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 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16.
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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Austin | Pontiac |
| Model | 16 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 49 L |
