1969 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1999 Mercury Cougar is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Mercury Cougar.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 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 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Cougar (223 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 1999 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 130 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2530 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 82.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |