1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 90 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1956 Austin A 90 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 1956 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 90 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1956 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |