1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 1972 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1978 Lancia Megagamma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Montego. (97 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Montego weights approximately 655 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Because 1972 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 1972 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma, 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, 1972 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Megagamma | 1972 Mercury Montego | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Megagamma | Montego |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2484 cc | 4095 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 99.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |