1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1968 Triumph 1300
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Triumph 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Triumph 1300 would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1968 Triumph 1300. (60 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1968 Triumph 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 780 kg more than 1968 Triumph 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Triumph 1300, 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Triumph 1300. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Triumph 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 1968 Triumph 1300 | |
Make | Mercury | Triumph |
Model | Montego | 1300 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.6 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |