1969 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2011 Fiat Croma is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,767 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1969 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1969 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 130 kg more than 2011 Fiat Croma.
Because 1969 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Croma, 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, 2011 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Mercury Montego. (382 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Mercury Montego. 2011 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 1969 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1969 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Montego | 2011 Fiat Croma | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Croma |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5767 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.8 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 62 L |
