1966 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 698 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. 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 (236 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Austin | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A 40 | C |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 88.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 69 L |
