1949 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2008 Nissan Titan is newer by 59 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16.
Because 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan 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, 2008 Nissan Titan (523 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16. 2008 Nissan Titan has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2008 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Austin | Nissan |
| Model | 16 | Titan |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 106 L |
