1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (141 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 965 kg more than 1954 Austin A 40. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (316 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 40 | Viano |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |