1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 715 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar, 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |
