2006 Fiat Croma vs. 1967 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Fiat Croma is newer by 39 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 99 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Croma. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 85 kg more than 2006 Fiat Croma. 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, 2006 Fiat Croma, 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 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Croma. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Croma | 1967 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Croma | Cougar |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 432 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |