1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125.
Because 1967 Fiat 125 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 1967 Fiat 125. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 125 | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1606 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 98 L |
