1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2002 Fiat Siena
To start off, 2002 Fiat Siena is newer by 29 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2002 Fiat Siena. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 2002 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 741 kg more than 2002 Fiat Siena. 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, 2002 Fiat Siena, 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 (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Fiat Siena. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Fiat Siena. 1973 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 2002 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 2002 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercury Montego | 2002 Fiat Siena | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Montego | Siena |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6555 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1791 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |
