1969 Mercury Monterey vs. 1962 Morris 1100
To start off, 1969 Mercury Monterey is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Morris 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Morris 1100 would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1962 Morris 1100. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1962 Morris 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1962 Morris 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1962 Morris 1100, 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Morris 1100. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Morris 1100. 1969 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1962 Morris 1100 has manual transmission. 1962 Morris 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1969 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Mercury Monterey | 1962 Morris 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | Morris |
| Model | Monterey | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1096 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 383 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2380 mm |
