1953 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 53 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 760 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.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 70 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
