1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 805 kg more than 1967 Austin A 60. 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 1967 Austin A 60. 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 (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | A 60 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 100.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
