1970 Mercury Montego vs. 2011 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto (118 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Montego. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Montego weights approximately 430 kg more than 2011 Fiat Grande Punto.
Because 1970 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 1970 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Grande Punto, 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 Grande Punto (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercury Montego. (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Mercury Montego | 2011 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Montego | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 16.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2520 mm |