1966 Fiat OT vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 558 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Fiat OT 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 1966 Fiat OT. 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 (220 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | OT | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1313 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2710 mm |
