1949 Austin 16 vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2006 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2006 Toyota Corolla, 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Corolla 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 Corolla | |
Make | Austin | Toyota |
Model | 16 | Corolla |
Year Released | 1949 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1597 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 | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |