1991 Fiat Cinquecento vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair

To start off, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,722 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (325 HP) has 284 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 727 kg more than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1967 Mercury Montclair 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 1967 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Cinquecento, 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, 1967 Mercury Montclair (602 Nm) has 536 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento. (66 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Cinquecento.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Fiat Cinquecento 1967 Mercury Montclair
Make Fiat Mercury
Model Cinquecento Montclair
Year Released 1991 1967
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 6722 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 41 HP 325 HP
Torque 66 Nm 602 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Vehicle Weight 677 kg 1404 kg
Vehicle Length 3240 mm 5560 mm
Vehicle Width 1500 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2210 mm 3130 mm


 

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