1977 Mercury Cougar vs. 2010 Fiat Fiorino
To start off, 2010 Fiat Fiorino is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mercury Cougar (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 710 kg more than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1977 Mercury Cougar (336 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Fiorino. (119 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1977 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Fiorino.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Mercury Cougar | 2010 Fiat Fiorino | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Cougar | Fiorino |
Year Released | 1977 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1855 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 |