1951 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 101 kg more than 1951 Austin A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 110. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 110.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 110 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4015 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |