1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 53 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner 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 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 30 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| 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 | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 57 L |
