1949 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Hyundai Getz
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Getz is newer by 60 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, 2009 Hyundai Getz (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
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, 2009 Hyundai Getz, 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Getz. (144 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Getz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2009 Hyundai Getz | |
| Make | Austin | Hyundai |
| Model | 16 | Getz |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1102 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |
