1955 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 30 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 293 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 85 L |