1969 Fiat 600 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,013 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 187 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1087 kg more than 1969 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4013 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1917 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
