1960 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 44 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 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 600. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1325 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 2004 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 600. (40 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 600 | 2004 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
