1954 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis (208 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 1222 kg more than 1954 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. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Fiat 500 | 2005 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 500 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 568 cc | 4604 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 16 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1832 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |