1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 435 kg more than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1998 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Tickford | A |
Year Released | 1957 | 1998 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2430 mm |