1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique

To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (23 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 845 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1957 Abarth 500 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 1957 Abarth 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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 Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (33 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500.

Compare all specifications:

1957 Abarth 500 1993 Mercury Mystique
Make Abarth Mercury
Model 500 Mystique
Year Released 1957 1993
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 479 cc 2543 cc
Engine Cylinders 2 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 23 HP 168 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 33 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 468 kg 1313 kg
Vehicle Length 3350 mm 4560 mm
Vehicle Width 1260 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 1850 mm 2710 mm


 

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