1958 Austin A 95 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 660 kg more than 1958 Austin A 95. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Austin A 95. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan 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 Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 95 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
