1961 Abarth 1300 vs. 1991 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 1991 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lincoln Town Car (210 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1300. (137 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1300. 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. 1991 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1300 | 1991 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Abarth | Lincoln |
| Model | 1300 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2990 mm |
