| Attribute | North American NA-16 × | Curtiss O-52 Owl × |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | North American Aviation NAA | Curtiss |
| Model | North American NA-16 | Curtiss O-52 Owl |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Manufactured from (year) | 1935 | 1940 |
| Manufactured to (year) | 1939 | 1942 |
| Type | Military Trainers | Military Propellor Planes |
| Icao | NA16 | O52 |
| Performance | ||
| Engine | 1x Wright R-975 Whirlwind | 1x Pratt & Whitney R-1340-51 Wasp |
| Power, hp (hp) | 400 | 600 |
| Max cruise speed (km/h) | 278 | 352 |
| Approach speed (km/h) | 98 | - |
| Travel range (km) | 1,130 | 1,128 |
| Service ceiling (m) | 6,553 | 6,401 |
| Rate of climb (m/sec) | 9.14 | 6.35 |
| Weights | ||
| Max take off weight (kg) | 2,300 | 2,433 |
| Max payload (kg) | 200 | - |
| Fuel tank capacity (l) | 379 | - |
| Dimensions | ||
| Seats | 2 | 2 |
| Exterior length (m) | 8.41 | 8 |
| Tail height (m) | 3.58 | 3.03 |
| Fuselage diameter (m) | 1.2 | 1.4 |
| Wing span (m) | 13 | 12.42 |
| Wing tips | No Winglets | No Winglets |