1973 Mercury Montego vs. 1978 Seat 124
To start off, 1978 Seat 124 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego 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 32 more horse power than 1978 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1978 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 765 kg more than 1978 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Montego | 1978 Seat 124 | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Montego | 124 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4095 cc | 1197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5300 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2430 mm |