1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 645 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Austin A 70. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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 Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 70 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 85 L |
