1953 Abarth 103 GT vs. 1980 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1980 Mercury Cougar is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Abarth 103 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Abarth 103 GT would be higher. At 3,271 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercury Cougar (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 502 kg more than 1953 Abarth 103 GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Abarth 103 GT | 1980 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 103 GT | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3271 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
