2006 Fiat Grande Punto vs. 1993 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Fiat Grande Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (201 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercury Mystique. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercury Mystique.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | 1993 Mercury Mystique | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Grande Punto | Mystique |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
