1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 840 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 Cougar (297 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Fiat Panda | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Panda | Cougar |
Year Released | 1991 | 1968 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 86 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2830 mm |