1965 Abarth 700 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1965 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1965 Abarth 700.
Because 1965 Abarth 700 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan, 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Abarth | Mercury |
Model | 700 | Milan |
Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 2299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 66 L |