1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Mercury Mystique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Mercury Mystique | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Mystique | Panda |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2310 mm |