1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1165 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 40 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1965 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 292 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 85 L |