1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2010 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mariner is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 604 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 2200 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 1959 Abarth 2200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mariner, 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, 1959 Abarth 2200 (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 2200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 2200 | 2010 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 2200 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2161 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 57 L |
