1954 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 840 kg more than 1954 Austin A 30. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 30 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 30 | C |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |