1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1969 Mercury Marauder is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1385 kg more than 1949 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:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 500 | Marauder |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
