1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 30 | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 30 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |
