1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2006 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2006 Mercury Milan is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 2,278 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Milan weights approximately 801 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Milan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Milan will offer significantly more control. 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 Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 2006 Mercury Milan | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 1800 | Milan |
Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2278 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |