1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Austin A 30. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego 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 Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 30 | Montego |
Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 72 L |