2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1967 Mercury Park Lane
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Park Lane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Park Lane would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Park Lane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Park Lane (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Park Lane should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Because 1967 Mercury Park Lane 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 Park Lane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Palio II, 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 Park Lane (602 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (103 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Park Lane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Palio II.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Fiat Palio II | 1967 Mercury Park Lane | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Palio II | Park Lane |
Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 6722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 602 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 103 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 5560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3130 mm |