1973 Mercury Montego vs. 2003 Seat Alhambra

To start off, 2003 Seat Alhambra is newer by 30 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, 2003 Seat Alhambra (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Montego. (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 Seat Alhambra.

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, 2003 Seat Alhambra, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Seat Alhambra. (214 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Seat Alhambra. 2003 Seat Alhambra has automatic transmission and 1973 Mercury Montego has manual transmission. 1973 Mercury Montego will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Seat Alhambra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1973 Mercury Montego 2003 Seat Alhambra
Make Mercury Seat
Model Montego Alhambra
Year Released 1973 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4095 cc 1780 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 96 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 248 Nm 214 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 1800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.6 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 99.3 mm 86.4 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1695 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 5300 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3010 mm 2830 mm


 

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