1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 18 kg more than 1960 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 1960 Austin A 55. 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 (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 55 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 55 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2510 mm |