1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,147 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (108 HP) has 73 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 1289 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2003 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | Viano |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 2147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
