1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1970 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1986 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (83 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1970 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Ritmo | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 5769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 3160 mm |
