2005 Fiat Idea vs. 1985 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2005 Fiat Idea is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mercury Lynx (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Idea. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mercury Lynx should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Fiat Idea weights approximately 125 kg more than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
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, 2005 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercury Lynx. (144 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercury Lynx.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Fiat Idea | 1985 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Idea | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2400 mm |
