1947 Austin 16 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 60 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 16 | Vito |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
