1942 Fiat 500 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1967 Mercury Cougar is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1942 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1942 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 865 kg more than 1942 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Fiat 500 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 500 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1942 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 567 cc | 4940 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2830 mm |