1969 Mercury Marauder vs. 2011 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2011 Fiat Multipla is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Multipla. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 625 kg more than 2011 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Marauder 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 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Multipla, 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1450 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Marauder | 2011 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Marauder | Multipla |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6392 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 1450 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1995 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5640 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 63 L |
