1949 Austin 16 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1949 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 690 kg more than 1949 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin 16. (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin 16 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 16 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| 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 | 147 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 75 L |
