1949 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Austin | Toyota |
| Model | 16 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 87 L |
