1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1986 Mercury Lynx is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 263 kg more than 1966 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Austin A 40 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 1966 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Lynx, 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, 1986 Mercury Lynx (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1986 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 40 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2400 mm |
