1949 Austin 16 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Volkswagen Tiguan (158 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 351 kg more than 1949 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan, 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (240 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
| Model | 16 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4426 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1809 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1703 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
