1975 Fiat 127 vs. 2001 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Mercury Cougar is newer by 26 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Cougar (196 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 702 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercury Cougar (228 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 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 | 2001 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2543 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 63 Nm | 228 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 82.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
