1964 Austin A 110 vs. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 110 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (104 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 110 weights approximately 264 kg more than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1964 Austin A 110 (222 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200. (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 110 | 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 110 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80.3 mm |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
