1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 70 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1997 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1948 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer, 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.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 70 | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 70 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1948 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |