1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 634 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1973 Mercury Montego 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia, 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Flavia | Montego |
Year Released | 1963 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 93.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1061 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3010 mm |