1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 634 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 30 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1314 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |