1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 156 kg more than 1983 Mercury Lynx. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Tipo | Lynx |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 954 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2400 mm |
