1983 Fiat 127 vs. 2006 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2006 Mercury Montego is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 127 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 154 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 127. (49 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercury Montego weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1983 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Mercury Montego is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Mercury Montego (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 127. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 127 | 2006 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1048 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1925 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 |
