1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 613 kg more than 1950 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 40 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1579 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 62 L |