1972 Mercury Montego vs. 2012 Fiat Croma
To start off, 2012 Fiat Croma is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Croma (197 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 260 kg more than 2012 Fiat Croma.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Croma, 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, 2012 Fiat Croma (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Montego. (374 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Croma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Mercury Montego | 2012 Fiat Croma | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Montego | Croma |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2387 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 62 L |