1967 Mercury Montclair vs. 1954 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1967 Mercury Montclair is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1954 Moretti 1200. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1954 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 424 kg more than 1954 Moretti 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Mercury Montclair | 1954 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Moretti |
| Model | Montclair | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6722 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2460 mm |
