1994 Lancia Zeta vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1994 Lancia Zeta is newer by 27 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 @ 4600 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Zeta. (89 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Zeta.
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, 1994 Lancia Zeta, 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Zeta. (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Zeta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Lancia Zeta | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Zeta | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 6722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 182 Nm | 602 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
