1948 Austin 16 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 290 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.
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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin 16 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 16 | C |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
