1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2001 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Lincoln LS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lincoln LS (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2001 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lincoln |
| Model | 1000 | LS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
