1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2011 Fiat Bravo is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 6,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Bravo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Fiat Bravo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mercury Cougar 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Bravo, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (375 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Bravo. (361 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Bravo.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Fiat Bravo | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Cougar | Bravo |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2610 mm |