1949 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 63 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16.
Because 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2012 Suzuki Jimny 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, 1949 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1949 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2012 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Austin | Suzuki |
| Model | 16 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 40 L |
