2008 Fiat Palio vs. 1983 Mercury Lynx
To start off, 2008 Fiat Palio is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mercury Lynx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mercury Lynx would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Mercury Lynx is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Palio (73 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1983 Mercury Lynx. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1983 Mercury Lynx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Mercury Lynx weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Fiat Palio.
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, 1983 Mercury Lynx (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Palio. (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1983 Mercury Lynx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Palio | 1983 Mercury Lynx | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Palio | Lynx |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 73 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2400 mm |
