1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 373 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. 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, 1993 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercury Mystique | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Mystique | 500 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |
