1962 Fiat 1100 vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1983 Mercury Lynx is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Mercury Lynx (83 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 80 kg more than 1962 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat 1100 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 1962 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Mercury Lynx, 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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (122 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 1100 | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 1100 | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2400 mm |
