1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 90.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Austin A 90 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Vito | |
Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | A 90 | Vito |
Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3210 mm |