1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2006 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mariner is newer by 37 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (153 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Mariner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 451 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130.
Because 2006 Mercury Mariner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mariner 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, 1969 Fiat 130 (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Mariner. (206 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2006 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 130 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2262 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
