1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 965 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Fiat 1300. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1963 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1963 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1300 | 2000 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4014 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2840 mm |
