1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 1017 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 2009 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 2009 Mercury Mountaineer. 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, 2009 Mercury Mountaineer (344 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Mountaineer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2009 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Tipo | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
