1956 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 37 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique 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 7 kg more than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 90 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2543 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1313 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |