1986 Innocenti 990 vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1986 Innocenti 990 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1986 Innocenti 990. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1986 Innocenti 990. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 985 kg more than 1986 Innocenti 990. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Montego 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 1969 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Innocenti 990, 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Innocenti 990 | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Innocenti | Mercury |
| Model | 990 | Montego |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 710 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 3010 mm |
