1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1982 Mercury Lynx is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 190 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin A 40 | 1982 Mercury Lynx | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 40 | Lynx |
Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2400 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 43 L |