1983 Fiat Uno vs. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1278 kg more than 1983 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercury Mountaineer 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 2010 Mercury Mountaineer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Fiat Uno, 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, 2010 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Uno. (80 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Fiat Uno | 2010 Mercury Mountaineer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Uno | Mountaineer |
Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4915 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1826 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2888 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |