1985 Fiat Uno vs. 2000 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2000 Mercury Cougar is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Cougar (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Uno. (59 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 550 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno. 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, 2000 Mercury Cougar (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Uno. (89 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Fiat Uno | 2000 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Uno | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2710 mm |
