1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 395 kg more than 1960 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 1960 Austin A 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 99 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 99 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 57 L |
