1951 Fiat 1400 vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1967 Mercury Cougar is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (129 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1951 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1951 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 230 kg more than 1951 Fiat 1400. 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:
| 1951 Fiat 1400 | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 1400 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1393 cc | 4727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
