1969 Lancia Flavia vs. 1974 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1974 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lancia Flavia (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1974 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Montego weights approximately 505 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 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, 1974 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flavia | 1974 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flavia | Montego |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
