1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 790 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis (367 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1986 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 1300 | Grand Marquis |
Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 90 L |