1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 350 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | A |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 60 L |
