1991 Fiat Panda vs. 1969 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1991 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 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 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Montego weights approximately 935 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Mercury Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1969 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Fiat Panda | 1969 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Panda | Montego |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 93.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 3010 mm |
