1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1994 Mercury Capri is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercury Capri (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercury Capri weights approximately 225 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1994 Mercury Capri (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1994 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Austin 1300 | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Austin | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2410 mm |
