1962 Fiat Berline vs. 2005 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2005 Mercury Monterey is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Monterey (201 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1962 Fiat Berline. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 740 kg more than 1962 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Fiat Berline 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 1962 Fiat Berline. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Monterey (358 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat Berline | 2005 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Berline | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 358 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 98 L |
