1974 Fiat Campagnola vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat Campagnola would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Montego (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 315 kg more than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat Campagnola | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Campagnola | Montego |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 72 L |
