1960 Ford Anglia vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 168 more horse power than 1960 Ford Anglia. (35 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 995 kg more than 1960 Ford Anglia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Ford Anglia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Anglia | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Ford | Mercury |
| Model | Anglia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |
