1996 Mercury Mystique vs. 2012 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2012 Fiat Strada is newer by 16 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 (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Strada.
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, 1996 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mercury Mystique | 2012 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Mystique | Strada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2718 mm |
