2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1973 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Cougar (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Strada. (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 570 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Strada | 1973 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Strada | Cougar |
Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1366 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |