1951 Austin A vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1985 Mercury Lynx is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 340 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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 1951 Austin A. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx, 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, 1985 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2400 mm |
