1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1953 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 4,945 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (142 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1953 Moretti 1200. (51 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1953 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 795 kg more than 1953 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:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 1953 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Moretti |
| Model | Montego | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4945 cc | 1208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
