1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 2006 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2006 Mercury Monterey is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Monterey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Fiat Vivace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Monterey 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 Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 2006 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Vivace | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |
