1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1953 AC 2-Litre is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 AC 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 AC 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 AC 2-Litre weights approximately 40 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1947 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | AC | Austin |
| Model | 2-Litre | 16 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 63 L |
