1957 Austin A 55 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 325 kg more than 1957 Austin A 55. 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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 55 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 55 | C |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2700 mm |