1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 727 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (333 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 70 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 333 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 78 L |
