1969 Abarth 1300 vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Abarth 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Abarth 1300 would be higher. At 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1969 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1969 Abarth 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1969 Abarth 1300. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Abarth 1300 | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 636 kg | 1791 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 85 L |
