1959 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin 7 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | 7 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |