1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 694 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 40 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1948 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1664 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1806 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |