1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 2400. (141 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 2400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400. 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, 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 2400. (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 2400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 2400 | 1989 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 2400 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2321 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |
