1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 600 kg more than 1953 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz G (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | G |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
