1982 Mercury Lynx vs. 2010 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2010 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mercury Lynx (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat Panda weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Mercury Lynx.
Because 2010 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Mercury Lynx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1982 Mercury Lynx (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mercury Lynx | 2010 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Lynx | Panda |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 30 L |
