1959 Austin 7 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 46 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 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1959 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1439 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 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | 7 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2870 mm |
