1973 Mercury Cougar vs. 2012 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2012 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 39 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 96 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 910 kg more than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2012 Fiat Fiorino, 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 256 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Cougar | 2012 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Cougar | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6589 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 375 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2520 mm |