1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2005 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2005 Mercury Montego is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Montego (203 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Montego weights approximately 897 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercury Montego is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Montego 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, 2005 Mercury Montego (281 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (76 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2005 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 203 HP |
| Torque | 76 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 1732 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
