1960 Abarth 600 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1960 Abarth 600. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600. 1999 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lincoln |
| Model | 600 | LS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 745 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
