1961 Austin A 60 vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Austin A 60 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 1961 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Sable, 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, 2000 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 60 | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 60 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 2984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
