1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 480 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 Monterey 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 Monterey 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 99 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 98 L |