1957 Abarth Renault vs. 2006 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1957 Abarth Renault. (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth Renault. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1957 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. 2006 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth Renault has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth Renault will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth Renault | 2006 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Abarth | Lincoln |
| Model | Renault | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 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 | 890 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 114 L |
