1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 44 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (189 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 180 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (280 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | C |
Year Released | 1956 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 69 L |