1948 Austin 16 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 74 kg more than 1948 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Golf is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Austin | Volkswagen |
Model | 16 | Golf |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1354 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |