1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 117 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 543 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 40 | Sable |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 155 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 251 Nm |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1513 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 68 L |