1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (202 HP) has 142 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 929 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 60. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (339 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 60 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 202 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2049 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
