1952 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan, 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, 2006 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 30 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
