1969 Mercury Montego vs. 1957 Talbot Sport
To start off, 1969 Mercury Montego is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Talbot Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Talbot Sport would be higher. At 7,033 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (209 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1957 Talbot Sport. (119 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1957 Talbot Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 975 kg more than 1957 Talbot Sport. 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 | 1957 Talbot Sport | |
| Make | Mercury | Talbot |
| Model | Montego | Sport |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7033 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2510 mm |
