1961 Austin A vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1961 Austin A is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1961 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
