1967 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1973 Mercury Cougar is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1967 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1967 Abarth 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Abarth 1300. (133 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1278 cc | 5769 cc |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2860 mm |
