1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1993 Fiat Tempra is newer by 20 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 138 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
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, 1993 Fiat Tempra, 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 388 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Fiat Tempra | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Tempra | Cougar |
Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7542 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 213 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 498 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |