1960 Austin 7 vs. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190
To start off, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (131 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 (198 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1988 Mercedes-Benz 190 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 7 | 190 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2670 mm |
