1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 90 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | Vito |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3210 mm |