1960 Abarth 600 vs. 2011 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2011 Mercury Milan is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 600. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Milan weights approximately 905 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.
Because 1960 Abarth 600 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 1960 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Milan, 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, 2011 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 600. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 600 | 2011 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 66 L |
