1960 Austin 7 vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 485 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | 7 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
