1968 Fiat 125 vs. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1051 kg more than 1968 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 125. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 125 | 2008 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 125 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
