1968 Abarth 1300 vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Abarth 1300 (124 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 324 kg more than 1968 Abarth 1300.
Because 1968 Abarth 1300 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 1968 Abarth 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx, 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, 1968 Abarth 1300 (131 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Abarth 1300 | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2400 mm |
