1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1970 Moretti 127
To start off, 1973 Mercury Montego is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Moretti 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Moretti 127 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 49 more horse power than 1970 Moretti 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1970 Moretti 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 985 kg more than 1970 Moretti 127. 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, 1970 Moretti 127, 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Moretti 127. (63 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Moretti 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 1970 Moretti 127 | |
| Make | Mercury | Moretti |
| Model | Montego | 127 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2460 mm |
