1964 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,146 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (141 HP) has 81 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 450 kg more than 1964 Austin A 60. 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (315 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 60 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 60 | C |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2146 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 141 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 69 L |
