1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2000 Mercury Mountaineer.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1947 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 110 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2840 mm |
