1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Milan (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Milan weights approximately 696 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Milan, 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, 2010 Mercury Milan (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600. 2010 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 600 | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 600 | Milan |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1526 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1834 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2728 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |