1973 Autobianchi A 112 vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, both 1973 Autobianchi A 112 and 1973 Mercury Cougar were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Autobianchi A 112, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Autobianchi A 112 | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Autobianchi | Mercury |
Model | A 112 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2034 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3240 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |