1982 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 126. (24 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1426 kg more than 1982 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer (345 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 126. (42 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat 126 | 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 126 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2011 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2920 mm |
