1982 Fiat Strada vs. 2002 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2002 Mercury Cougar is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 1,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Strada. (103 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 405 kg more than 1982 Fiat Strada. 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, 2002 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Strada. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Strada | 2002 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Strada | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
