1957 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 46 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Marauder (296 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1350 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Mercury Marauder (420 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (58 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750. 2003 Mercury Marauder 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. 2003 Mercury Marauder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Abarth 750 | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Abarth | Mercury |
Model | 750 | Marauder |
Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 4606 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |