1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth Bialbero would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1426 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth Bialbero 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 Bialbero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth Bialbero. (69 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth Bialbero | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | Bialbero | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 543 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3070 mm |
