1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda 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 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1119 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. 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 Panda, 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 (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (88 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Cougar | Panda |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1107 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2034 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |