1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2005 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mariner is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mariner (153 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 966 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mariner 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, 2005 Mercury Mariner (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2005 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 850 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1579 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 62 L |
