2001 Fiat Multipla vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2001 Fiat Multipla is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Cougar (217 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Multipla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 310 kg more than 2001 Fiat Multipla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Cougar (432 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Multipla. (206 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Multipla | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Multipla | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 432 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
