1958 Alvis TD vs. 1945 Austin 16
To start off, 1958 Alvis TD is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 145 kg more than 1945 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, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Alvis TD | 1945 Austin 16 | |
Make | Alvis | Austin |
Model | TD | 16 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1945 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 111.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 169 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |