1960 Austin A 99 vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 400 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mercedes-Benz G is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G will offer significantly more control. 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 99 | G |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 95.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2860 mm |
