1960 Abarth 700 vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1355 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Abarth 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Abarth 700 | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Abarth | Mercury |
Model | 700 | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 345 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 85 L |