1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 17 kg more than 1963 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique, 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1500 | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 1500 | Mystique |
Year Released | 1963 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |