1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40.
Because 1957 Austin A 40 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 1957 Austin A 40. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 40 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |