1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1946 Austin 16
To start off, 1967 Abarth 1300 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Austin 16 (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1946 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1946 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 2200 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 63 L |
