1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 255 kg more than 1949 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | C |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 62 L |
