1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1955 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Mercury Montclair (159 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1970 Abarth 1300. (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1955 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1955 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2980 mm |
