1992 Fiat Vivace vs. 2007 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2007 Mercury Monterey is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Monterey (201 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 1992 Fiat Vivace.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Mercury Monterey (357 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Fiat Vivace. 2007 Mercury Monterey has automatic transmission and 1992 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1992 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercury Monterey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Fiat Vivace | 2007 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Vivace | Monterey |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3070 mm |
