1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1972 Mercury Montego is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mercury Montego (97 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 495 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 1500 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3010 mm |
