1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 585 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (190 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 30 | C |
Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |