1965 Fiat Grand Break vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Grand Break. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Grand Break 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 107 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (96 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 507 kg more than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. 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 1965 Fiat Grand Break. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Grand Break. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Grand Break.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat Grand Break | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Grand Break | Montego |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1777 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |
