1982 Fiat Abarth vs. 2011 Mercury Mariner
To start off, 2011 Mercury Mariner is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Abarth. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Abarth would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mercury Mariner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercury Mariner (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Abarth. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Abarth. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercury Mariner weights approximately 524 kg more than 1982 Fiat Abarth. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Fiat Abarth 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 1982 Fiat Abarth. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercury Mariner, 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, 1982 Fiat Abarth (215 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercury Mariner. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1982 Fiat Abarth will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercury Mariner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Abarth | 2011 Mercury Mariner | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Abarth | Mariner |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2619 mm |
