1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2003 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2003 Mercury Marauder is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 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 207 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 925 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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. 2003 Mercury Marauder has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 1600 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:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 2003 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 1600 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 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 | 960 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
