1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 775 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 135 | A |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2034 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1305 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
