1960 Abarth 1000 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. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 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 (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1245 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.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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 (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 1000 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
