1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1978 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1978 Mercury Cougar is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1970 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, 1978 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1978 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2910 mm |
