1996 Fiat Vivace vs. 2004 Mercury Montego
To start off, 2004 Mercury Montego is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Vivace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Vivace would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Montego is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Montego (197 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (62 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Montego should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Montego weights approximately 839 kg more than 1996 Fiat Vivace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Mercury Montego (272 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Mercury Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Vivace. 2004 Mercury Montego has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat Vivace has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat Vivace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mercury Montego will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Vivace | 2004 Mercury Montego | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Vivace | Montego |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2870 mm |
