1968 Fiat 2300 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Fiat 2300 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (123 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Cougar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 4 kg more than 1968 Fiat 2300.
Because 1968 Fiat 2300 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 1968 Fiat 2300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar, 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, 1968 Fiat 2300 (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercury Cougar. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercury Cougar. 2001 Mercury Cougar has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 2300 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 2300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Cougar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 2300 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 2300 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1314 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
