1949 Austin 16 vs. 2009 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Micra 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 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Nissan Micra.
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 Nissan Micra, 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, 2009 Nissan Micra (185 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin 16 | 2009 Nissan Micra | |
Make | Austin | Nissan |
Model | 16 | Micra |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2440 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |