1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. 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, 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 (173 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm). This means 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1986 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | 200 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 173 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |