1960 Fiat 1200 vs. 1990 Mercury Capri
To start off, 1990 Mercury Capri is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Capri (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Capri weights approximately 205 kg more than 1960 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 1200 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Capri, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1990 Mercury Capri (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1200. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1200 | 1990 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 1200 | Capri |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2410 mm |
