1984 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (321 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Milan. (160 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1056 kg more than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Abarth Lancia 037. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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, 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 (320 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Milan. (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 2111 cc | 2278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2016 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2730 mm |
