1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2004 Mercury Mariner is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Mariner (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 1060 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Fiat 500 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 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2004 Mercury Mariner (262 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2004 Mercury Mariner has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Mariner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 500 | 2004 Mercury Mariner | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 500 | Mariner |
Year Released | 1968 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 262 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4850 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 72 L |