1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 935 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Fiat 126 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 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner, 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, 2011 Mercury Mariner (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercury Mariner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 126 | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 62 L |
