1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1973 Mercury Montego
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 22 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 17 more horse power than 1995 Fiat Brava. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Montego weights approximately 651 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat Brava. (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1973 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1973 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Brava | Montego |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 4095 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |
