1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1390 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 750 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2840 mm |
