1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1968 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Marauder (205 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 1112 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Mercury Marauder 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 1968 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1968 Mercury Marauder (453 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1968 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Fiat Tipo | 1968 Mercury Marauder | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Tipo | Marauder |
Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 453 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 2020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |