1967 Austin 1300 vs. 2009 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mariner is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1067 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Austin 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mariner 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, 2009 Mercury Mariner (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 2009 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | 1300 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 57 L |