1975 Fiat 127 vs. 1976 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1976 Mercury Cougar is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercury Cougar (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1975 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Fiat 127, 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, 1976 Mercury Cougar (377 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Fiat 127 | 1976 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 127 | Cougar |
Year Released | 1975 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 2030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |