1961 Abarth 600 vs. 2006 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2006 Lincoln LS is newer by 45 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 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln LS (239 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1116 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.
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, 2006 Lincoln LS (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600. 2006 Lincoln LS has automatic transmission and 1961 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lincoln LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 2006 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lincoln |
| Model | 600 | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1711 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 85 L |
