1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1971 Mercury Monterey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 40 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 5768 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 36 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 383 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3160 mm |