1987 Fiat Vivace vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1987 Fiat Vivace is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,542 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (213 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 1295 kg more than 1987 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1973 Mercury Cougar (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Fiat Vivace | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Vivace | Cougar |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 7542 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 213 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |
