1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 1955 Austin A 30 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton weights approximately 530 kg more than 1955 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, 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton (104 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 1953 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 30 | Ponton |
Year Released | 1955 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1767 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 38 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2660 mm |