1983 Fiat 127 vs. 1993 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Mercury Cougar is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Cougar (202 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 860 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Mercury Cougar 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 1993 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat 127, 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, 1993 Mercury Cougar (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 1993 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2880 mm |
