1960 Abarth 750 vs. 2001 Mercury Villager
To start off, 2001 Mercury Villager is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,276 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Villager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Villager (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Villager weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 750 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 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Villager, 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, 2001 Mercury Villager (271 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Villager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 2001 Mercury Villager has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Villager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 2001 Mercury Villager | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 750 | Villager |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2860 mm |
