1961 Abarth 750 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1152 kg more than 1961 Abarth 750. 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, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 750 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lincoln |
| Model | 750 | LS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 68 L |
