1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 848 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1982 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1982 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | G |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
