2008 Fiat Strada vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 2008 Fiat Strada is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Cougar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Cougar would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 576 kg more than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Because 1972 Mercury Cougar 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 1972 Mercury Cougar. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Strada, 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, 1972 Mercury Cougar (363 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Strada | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Strada | Cougar |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 167 HP |
| 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 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2860 mm |
