1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 2,143 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (203 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz C (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 55 | C |
Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2143 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 16.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4606 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1459 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 66 L |