1986 Fiat Vivace vs. 1971 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 1986 Fiat Vivace is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 5,768 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Monterey (163 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1986 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mercury Monterey 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 1971 Mercury Monterey. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Vivace, 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, 1971 Mercury Monterey (383 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Vivace. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Vivace. 1971 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1986 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1986 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Vivace | 1971 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Vivace | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 5768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 383 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 88.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3160 mm |
