2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1968 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercury Cougar (137 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 25 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Mercury Cougar. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1968 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Panda | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 137 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2830 mm |
