2007 Fiat Croma vs. 1969 Mercury Marauder
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Marauder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Marauder would be higher. At 6,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Marauder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Marauder (172 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Croma. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Marauder should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Marauder weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Marauder 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 1969 Mercury Marauder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 1969 Mercury Marauder (383 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Marauder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 1969 Mercury Marauder | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Croma | Marauder |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 6392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 85 L |
