1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2009 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (222 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1100 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 1959 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, 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, 2009 Mercury Milan (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1100 | 2009 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 1100 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 66 L |
