1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 2,262 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mariner (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Mariner (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 57 L |
