1970 Daihatsu Fellow vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Fellow would be higher. At 1,699 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 2337 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz A (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow. (38 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Daihatsu Fellow.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Fellow | 2011 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Fellow | A |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 356 cc | 1699 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 38 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 115 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2570 mm |
