1955 Abarth Renault vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1967 Mercury Park Lane is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1955 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 470 kg more than 1955 Abarth Renault. 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:
| 1955 Abarth Renault | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | Renault | Park Lane |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 6722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3130 mm |
