2006 Fiat Palio II vs. 1995 Mercury Mystique
To start off, 2006 Fiat Palio II is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mercury Mystique. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mercury Mystique would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercury Mystique (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Palio II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Palio II weights approximately 133 kg more than 1995 Mercury Mystique.
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, 1995 Mercury Mystique (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Palio II. (140 Nm @ 74 RPM). This means 1995 Mercury Mystique 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 | 1995 Mercury Mystique | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Palio II | Mystique |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 74 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1242 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |