1998 Fiat Scudo vs. 1972 Mercury Cougar
To start off, 1998 Fiat Scudo is newer by 26 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. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Cougar (167 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 621 kg more than 1998 Fiat Scudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Fiat Scudo, 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Cougar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Scudo | 1972 Mercury Cougar | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Scudo | Cougar |
Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 363 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1656 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1920 mm |