1996 Fiat Multipla vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 1996 Fiat Multipla is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,990 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Park Lane weights approximately 50 kg more than 1996 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 1967 Mercury Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Multipla, 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, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (626 Nm) has 482 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Multipla. (144 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Multipla | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Multipla | Park Lane |
Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 6990 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 626 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3130 mm |