1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 57 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 953 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (171 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 40 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |