1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 865 kg more than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 1958 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego, 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Aurelia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Aurelia | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Aurelia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
