1961 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 43 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 3,392 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 970 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.
Because 2004 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego 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, 2004 Mercury Montego (326 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego 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 | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 40 | Montego |
Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2870 mm |