1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2004 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2004 Mercury Monterey is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Monterey (198 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 1959 Fiat 1500 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 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Monterey, 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, 2004 Mercury Monterey (359 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2004 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1500 | 2004 Mercury Monterey | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 1500 | Monterey |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 359 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 95 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3210 mm |