1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin A 60 weights approximately 22 kg more than 1993 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1968 Austin A 60 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 1968 Austin A 60. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin A 60 | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | A 60 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1968 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |