1978 Mercury Grand Marquis vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis would be higher. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (139 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis weights approximately 666 kg more than 2012 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Panda 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, 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis (353 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mercury Grand Marquis | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Grand Marquis | Panda |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5766 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1044 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2310 mm |
