1972 Fiat Dino vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 610 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat Dino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat Dino | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Dino | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3070 mm |
