1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 480 kg more than 1960 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Fiat 600 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 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar, 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 600 | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 600 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1960 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 1982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2710 mm |