1993 Fiat Tempra vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1993 Fiat Tempra is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Montego would be higher. At 4,095 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercury Montego (96 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Because 1973 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 1973 Mercury Montego. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Fiat Tempra, 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, 1973 Mercury Montego (248 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat Tempra. (110 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Fiat Tempra | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Tempra | Montego |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
