1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 575 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable, 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 40 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 68 L |
