1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1947 Austin 16
To start off, 1968 Abarth 1300 is newer by 21 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin 16 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Abarth 1300. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1947 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1947 Austin 16 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | 1300 | 16 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.5 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 121 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 63 L |
