1949 Austin 16 vs. 2010 Dacia Sandero
To start off, 2010 Dacia Sandero is newer by 61 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, 2010 Dacia Sandero (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Dacia Sandero should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin 16 weights approximately 169 kg more than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
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, 2010 Dacia Sandero, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dacia Sandero. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dacia Sandero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2010 Dacia Sandero | |
| Make | Austin | Dacia |
| Model | 16 | Sandero |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1111 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
