1971 Mercury Montego vs. 1963 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1971 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Trabant Universal would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1963 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1963 Trabant Universal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1963 Trabant Universal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Trabant Universal, 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, 1971 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mercury Montego | 1963 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Mercury | Trabant |
| Model | Montego | Universal |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2030 mm |
