1964 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (224 HP) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. 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, 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis (373 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000. (91 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2004 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 224 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 72 L |
