1977 Fiat 133 vs. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,012 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1977 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Fiat 133. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Mercury Mountaineer (325 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 1999 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 133 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 4012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2840 mm |
