1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 990 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | G |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
