1981 Fiat 127 vs. 1999 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 1999 Mercury Mystique is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 537 kg more than 1981 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, 1999 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 1999 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Mystique |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2710 mm |
